Kirsten Laskey (ladp admin)

Los Alamos History Museum: Sunday Night At The Movies

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COMMUNITY News:

The Los Alamos History Museum is excited to announce it will host three family-friendly movie nights this summer.

Sunday Night at the Movies with the Los Alamos History Museum will take place on June 14, June 29 and July 19. Movies will begin at 6:30 p.m. at SALA Event Center, 2551 Central Ave. Each screening is
free and open to the public.

For information about movie titles and additional event details, please visit www.losalamoshistory.org or
follow the History Museum on Facebook.

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Letter To The Editor: Stay Informed And Give The County Feedback

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By SUZIE HAVEMANN
Los Alamos County Councilor
I appreciate Councilor Reagor shining a light on the role government plays in the quality of life of our communities just as I appreciated Bill Enloe offering thoughts from his vast business experience in our region.
https://ladailypost.com/rpla-announces-may-2026-events-including-councilor-david-reagors-townhall-meeting-at-unm-la/
While I do agree the federal government under the current administration has taken action that is detrimental to 90% of our population, including the middle class, I don’t think this carries over
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Los Alamos ScienceFest Embarks On Regional Approach

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MAINSTREET AND CREATIVE DISTRICT News:

The Los Alamos ScienceFest is preparing for an exciting new chapter in 2026, with new dates, partners and an expanded approach designed to engage visitors of all ages through community collaboration across the region.

One strategic shift is the move to September, designed to foster deeper collaboration with local schools and universities while aligning with the region’s peak tourism season. Fall is a premier travel window for New Mexico, nestled between local art studio tours, food and wine festivals, and the lead-up to the Balloon Fiesta.

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Los Alamos Resident Evelyn Campbell Turns 100 Years Old

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Evelyn Campbell recently turned 100 years old. Photo by Wyatt Campbell

COMMUNITY News:

As Evelyn Campbell celebrated last week her remarkable 100th birthday, family, friends, and the communities of Los Alamos and beyond are reflecting on a century of achievements, creativity, and kindness from a woman whose legacy has touched so many.

Roots in Nebraska, Wings in New Mexico

Born in Kimball County, Neb., to Leo Dale “Shorty” Wyatt and Thelma Wyatt, Evelyn embodied curiosity, and resilience from an early age. Alongside her siblings — John “Buddy” Wyatt (deceased), Jocelyn Wyatt (deceased) Read More

Laboratory Retiree Group Held Annual Meeting At BESC

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A scene from a recent gathering of the Laboratory Retiree Group (LRG). The group held its annual meeting on Friday at the Betty Ehart Senior Activity Center. The LRG is a non-profit organization that seeks to maintain communications with and to serve the needs and interests of all retirees from LANL. All Los Alamos National Laboratory retirees (and potential retirees) are invited to drop in at the group’s meetings, between 8:30 a.m. and 10:30 a.m. on the first Tuesday of each month, typically held at Muy Salsas at 1315 Trinity Drive. LRG pays for coffee and tea, and attendees pay for their breakfast
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LAAC To Host Spring Arts & Crafts Fair Saturday

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LAAC News:

The Arts & Crafts Fair is back this weekend and the community is invited to join the Los Alamos Arts Council (LAAC) and more than 100 vendors from all over the region, 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Saturday at the Fuller Lodge. Pick up a gift for mothers, beat the rush for graduation gifts, or just come out to support independent artisans.

LAAC is welcoming new artists alongside old favorites, ranging in medium from food to jewelry to woodworking.

If shoppers don’t see what they need at the fair, the gallery shop will also be open this week: noon to 5 p.m. Wednesday, open only by appointment on Thursday,

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Council Approves $350.2 Million Budget For Fiscal Year 2027

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From left, Los Alamos County Manager Anne Laurent presents to council Tuesday the long range financial plan for FY 2027 while Chief Financial Officer Melissa Dadzie and Administrative Services Director Helen Perraglio listen. Council approved 6-1 with Councilor David Reagor opposed the $350,220,288 budget for FY 2027. Reagor explained he opposed the Department of Public Utilities’ budget and felt the capital improvement projects budgeted in FY 2027 warranted more discussion. Regarding the items that were placed in the ‘parking lot’ to be reviewed further, council Read More

Council Tentatively Approves DPU’s FY2027 Budget

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Los Alamos County Department of Public Utilities Manager Philo Shelton presents his department’s FY2027 budget this evening to the council. Council approved 6-1, with Councilor David Reagor opposed, to tentatively approve the department’s $94.6 million budget. Council also tentatively approved a $900,000 for a joint budget option between the utilities and Public Works departments, which would be for a road re-pavement and utility infrastructure improvement project. Screenshot/LADP Read More